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World J Orthop. Aug 18, 2012; 3(8): 122-130
Published online Aug 18, 2012. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v3.i8.122
Table 1 Risk factors for instability following total hip arthroplasty
Patient factorsSurgical factors
Female genderSurgical approach
Age > 80 yrCapsular repair
Neuromuscular disordersSoft tissue tension
Cognitive disordersComponent malpositioning
AlcoholismFemoral head size
Abductor weaknessImpingement
Prior hip surgerySurgeon experience